* After Japan’s 8.9 magnitude earthquake in March 2011, Lady Gaga designed charitable bracelets to raise money for relief disaster. The “We Pray for Japan” bracelets raised $250,000 in just 48 hours, and two weeks later another $1.5 million was donated for the cause. * On January 24th, Gaga did a performance in NYC and used all the proceeds as well as earnings form her online store during a special sales event, to donate to Haiti. This raised nearly $500,000 for earthquake relief.
Words: 495 - Pages: 2
Final Exam Review material: Physical Geology (GEOL 1114) 1. Explain the Uniformitarianism. The birth of Modern Geology, the physical, chemical and biological laws that operate today have also operated in the geologic past 2. What are the spheres of the Earth system? Atmosphere, Geosphere, Biosphere, and Hydrosphere 3. What are the mechanical and compositional layers of the Earth’s interior? Compositional: Crust, Mantle, Core. Mechanical: Lithosphere & Athsenosphere 4. Know the prominent
Words: 5233 - Pages: 21
Since the Greek era, scientists have been studying and attempting to determine the structure of an atom. As technology has advanced, several distinct models of the atom were developed allowing scientists to determine the characteristics of the atom and how atoms interact with one another. Approximately 2000 years after Democritus first introduced the atom, John Dalton placed the atom as “solid foothold as a fundamental chemical object.” (De Leon, N.). 1803 – John Dalton proposed a modern
Words: 544 - Pages: 3
------------------------------------------------- Architectural Comparison Washington monument vs Gateway arch ------------------------------------------------- Architectural Comparison Washington monument vs Gateway arch Morgan Gentry 12/14/15 Arch. History J. Fithian Morgan Gentry Fithian. MW 5-615 Architectural History 14 December 2015 The Gateway Arch and the Washington Monument Two mesmerizing architectural pieces that Americans and tourists from around the world
Words: 1258 - Pages: 6
for many of the events pushing the foreign policy. The foreign policy is a way to make sure the American people and its allies are benefited in every aspect. Events such as the Somalia pirates with the capture of the American captain, The Haiti earthquake or the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. These events were major international events that contributed to the history of this country and gives the United States a chance to better shape the foreign policy. United States foreign policy are filled
Words: 1138 - Pages: 5
There are several natural disasters that I would consider to be threats to the Memphis area. One natural disaster that I would consider to be a concern to Memphis would be an earthquake. According to the United States Geological Survey, (USGS), there is an approximately six percent chance that there will be a major earthquake within 50 kilometers of Memphis in the next 50 years (Homefacts.com).
Words: 2182 - Pages: 9
Energy Summary Sarah Guillen SCI/362 Dr. May 6, 2013 Abstract This energy summary will review three cases, The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, The Yucca Mountain, and The Three Gorges Dam. The summary will recognize each kind of energy source, its comparative abundance, environmental impact, and the ethical and economic concerns of each of these cases selected. This summary will pinpoint prominent stakeholder’s, value the disadvantages and advantages of each of these energy sources according
Words: 892 - Pages: 4
took place in Japan include a 9.0 magnitude, Tsunami waves as high as 40 metres travelled up to 10 kilometres and three nuclear reactors at Fukushima Dai-ichi faced Level 7 meltdowns. The impact of this combined disaster was so devastating that it left more than 25000 people dead, injured or missing. Big players of automobile industry such as Nissan, Honda and Toyota got highly affected by the disaster. The case mainly focuses on Nissan, the impact of earthquake on the company and how it responded
Words: 2307 - Pages: 10
American Haitian Relief Efforts and Flaws Emily Mayer Ms. Malaney RWS 100 9 November 2010 A horrific 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti on January 12, 2010; “As of January 20th the US military has 2,000 troops on the ground assisting now with another 2,000 airborne personal on the way there. An additional 9,500 personal are afloat standing by nearby.” (Haiti Earthquake Facts, 1). Meaning that within a little over one week the US had nearly 13,500 military personnel lending a hand, not to
Words: 1575 - Pages: 7
tourism contributors like Bohol, Cebu and Northern Palawan. We saw trees being toppled down by the raging storm, roads were devastated and blocked by fallen trees, broken bridges, and heritage sites like Loboc Church in Bohol collapsed due to a magnitude 7.2 earthquake that struck Visayas region last October 2013. But despite all of this, it’s overwhelming to see the efforts from our fellow countrymen who dedicates their time in helping the victims and survivors. I believe Bangon Tours is an effective way
Words: 555 - Pages: 3
